Focus Group Discussion - Guiding Questions for Focus group meetings, June 17, 2009

  • One year ago, you published the “Student Learning Technology Plan”. How has it gone? Is it still viable? What is missing or obsolete, or could be added?
  • What are some things about the use of technology that are generally agreed upon in the division?
  • What are some things about technology where there is not consensus?
  • What are the biggest issues around technology in your school?
  • What is working well?
  • What is not working well, and what challenges do you face?
  • What do you think you need?
  • What do you do with the technology that gets you excited?
  • Can you give me some examples of people who are doing neat things with technology in their classrooms?
  • In the best of worlds, where do you see your division with technology in 5 years?
  • What type of leadership do you need in this area?